Practice Question
The nurse is educating a client about the gastrointestinal side effects of Naproxen. Which of the following signs of gastrointestinal upset should the client watch for?
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Correct Answer:
Dark, tarry stools
Rationale:
🟢Dark, tarry stools indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, which is a serious adverse effect of Naproxen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
🟢NSAIDs can cause erosion of the gastric mucosa, leading to peptic ulcer formation and GI bleeding.
🟢The presence of melena (black stools) reflects digested blood from the upper gastrointestinal tract.
🟢Older adults and those with prolonged NSAID use are at an increased risk of developing GI complications.
🟢Prompt recognition and reporting of tarry stools allows for timely intervention and prevention of life-threatening hemorrhage.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Health Assessment
- Answer Choices: 4